Current Funds

AARF Fund (All Animal Rescue Fund)

Established by Robert and Melanie Diehl of Oakland Township to provide support for domestic animal and wildlife rescue organizations.

"Adrienne's Garden" Art Awards Fund

Established by James and Lorraine Maillet of Tunkhannock in memory of their daughter Adrienne to support the annual "Adrienne's Garden" art awards provided to talented Tunkhannock students in grades Kindergarten-8th.

Cody Albert Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by Dale and Linda Albert in memory of their son Cody to provide a college scholarship to students from Susquehanna County who will major in the Visual Arts, Psychology, or Physical Therapy and who have overcome anxiety, depression, or other adversity.

Helen & DeWitt Andre Memorial Fund

Established by Joe and Kathy Andre in memory of Joe's parents, to benefit the Montrose United Methodist Church or another charitable organization recommended by the Andre family.

Area Agency on Aging Fund

Established by The Area Agency on Aging to assist with their work on behalf of senior citizens in Bradford, Sullivan, Susquehanna, and Tioga Counties.

Daniel Arnold Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of Daniel Arnold, a Montrose alumnus killed in action fighting in Iraq. For a student who has excelled in athletics and has exhibited patriotism for the United States.

Asheld Memorial Wyoming County Library Fund

Established by the Wyoming County Library Board to provide support to the various public libraries throughout Wyoming County.

Ayres-Stone VFW Charitable Endowment Fund

Established by the Ayres-Stone Post of the VFW to support community projects, with a priority given to clubs and organizations in the Montrose Area School District that are comprised of students who exhibit genuine concern for the betterment of the school and the local community.

Established by Mr. Bakaysa, a 1964 alumnus of Elk Lake High School, to provide support to the Susquehanna County Career & Technology Center for special unfunded expenses.

Dana Rymer Battenberg Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in 1920 by H.A. Willman of Jermyn. For a student of high moral character who has attended Lakeland School District for at least five years and who will attend college or a post-secondary degree program outside of Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties and who has achieved the highest Grade Point Average of any students fulfilling the aforementioned criteria.

Joan Carter Beane Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of the late Mrs. Beane to provide a college scholarship to a graduating senior from Tunkhannock Area High School who has achieved at least a 3.0 GPA, has been a member of at least two school or community organizations, has earned at least one Varsity sports letter or Cheerleading honor, has been involved with at least one performing or visual arts program (including year book and/or school newspaper), and who has not received any drug, alcohol or automobile violations.

BeGasse Family Fund

Established in memory of Pat and Bruce BeGasse to support adult learners and favorite charities of the BeGasse family.

Dr. Raymond L. Bennett Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of Dr. Ray Bennett, a long-time Montrose physician. Provides a college scholarship for a Montrose Area High School graduate who has maintained at least an 85 GPA during high school and has participated in interscholastic athletics.

Dr. A. Monroe & Sarah Bertsch Family Fund

Established by Mrs. Sarah Bertsch of Montrose, this fund will provide annual grants to various local charities as recommended by Mrs. Bertsch and her family.

Albert Bertsch Fund in Memory of Chris Lake

Established by Albert Bertsch of Montrose in memory of his good friend, Chris Lake, who passed away unexpectedly. This fund provides support to the Interfaith Agency.

Courtland Birchard Scholarship Fund

Established by Mr. Birchard and his family to provide tuition assistance to a graduating Senior from Montrose Area High School who will attend Broome County Community College.

Tony Bistocchi Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family and friends of Tony Bistocchi, a 2009 graduate of Montrose Area High School who died in a car accident in 2012. Provides assistance to a Montrose student who will attend college or a post-secondary degree program and who writes a winning 150 word essay about overcoming adversity with wit, lightheartedness, and humor.

Blue Ridge Education Association Cheryl Manchester Memorial Fund

Established in memory of long-time Blue Ridge teacher Cheryl Manchester by her husband John and the Blue Ridge Education Association to assist with special unfunded departmental, athletic, or extra-curricular projects in the school district.

Blue Ridge School District Foundation Superintendent's Fund

Personally established by Superintendent Robert McNamara. Supports the educational programs of the Blue Ridge School District.

Bondurant Family Fund

Established by Ken Bondurant of New Milford to provide support to the Automotive Body Department and the Automotive Mechanics Department at the Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center.

Established by Ronald Bookin of Nicholson, PA to provide support to the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church in Olyphant, PA.

Boz Fund

Established by David Baltzley of Rush Township to benefit his family's favorite charities and educational projects in the local school districts.

Jack Brainard Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of Jack Brainard to assist a graduate of Mountain View High School who will attend college or a post-secondary degree program to major in art or music.

Norman Brunner Memorial Fund

Established in memory of Norman Brunner, who in the 1950s, founded the Susquehanna County Charities Distribution Fund, the forebear of The Community Foundation. Provides grants to the United Way of Susquehanna County.

Established by the estate of Mrs. Brush, this fund provides annual grants for St. John's Church.

Diane Bundy Memorial Fund

Established by her family in memory of Diane to provide Elk Lake students with opportunities to pursue the sport of skiing and higher education. Diane, Fred Williams and Jim Brooks established the Elk Lake Ski club to provide these opportunities to the students in the late 70's early 80's.

Deborah A. Burke Breast Cancer Fund

Provides assistance to breast cancer patients.

Button-Weller Family Fund for Cancer Patients

Established by the Button-Weller family to support organizations that provide assistance to cancer patients from Susquehanna County.

CAFE Education Assistance Fund

Established by Creative Adventures For Education (CAFE) to provide assistance for unfunded programs or projects in the Blue Ridge School District. CAFE is most notable for continuing the long tradition of organizing the annual Blue Ridge 6th Grade trip to Washington D.C.

Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities Fund

Established by the Andrews family of Tunkhannock and Emporium to support programs that foster an understanding and enjoyment of the outdoors and the overall environment.

Camp Archbald Fund

Established by the Supporters of Camp Archbald to assist with the renovation, programming, and maintenance of this historical summer camp in Susquehanna County; the second oldest Girl Scout Camp in the United States. Donations are always welcome and will help continue Camp Archbald’s legacy.

Julie Bush Capwell Memorial Fund

Established by the family and friends of Julie to benefit the following organizations that were close to her heart, Exodus Prison and Aftercare Ministries, Yokefellowship, and Justice and Mercy.

Child Safety & Advocacy Fund

Established by Attorney Sandra Boyle of Tunkhannock in memory of her late husband Kevin to support organizations in northeastern Pennsylvania that provide advocacy and safety services for abused and neglected children.

David Clark Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of David Clark, a Tunkhannock Area High School graduate who passed away unexpectedly. Provides a college scholarship to a Tunkhannock graduate who has overcome personal adversity to graduate from High School and go on to college.

Claverack Education Fund

Established by Claverack Rural Electric Cooperative to support the SkillsUSA programs in the Northern Tier Career Center in Bradford County and also the Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center.

Claverack Member Assistance Endowment Fund

Established with a donation from Williams Field Services Group to provide support to the Member Assistance Program of Claverack Rural Electric Cooperative.

Clemens Family Fund

Established by David and Carol Clemens of Hallstead. Supports various charitable needs of Susquehanna County as recommended annually by the Clemens family, especially the United Way of Susquehanna County, and also open land preservation initiatives.

Clifford Township Historical Society Fund

This endowment was established by the Historical Society to provide assistance with operating expenses and projects.

David B. Colwell Memorial Fund

Established by the estate of Mr. Colwell, a long-time citizen of Montrose, to provide support to the Journalism, Forensics, and Theater departments of all the school districts in Susquehanna County as well as Abington Heights School District.

Community Foundation Community Fund

This fund was established by the Community Foundation as a non-designated fund to provide assistance for the most urgent needs in our area as directed by our Board of Directors each year.

Community Foundation Operating Fund

Established by The Community Foundation's Board of Directors, this fund assists with the administrative expenses of The Foundation.

Community Foundation Building Fund

This endowment was established by friends of The Community Foundation to help maintain our office facility, which was donated for our use in 2008.

Cindi Conaty Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by Susquehanna County President Judge, the honorable Jason Legg, in honor of his mother to provide a college or post-secondary degree program scholarship for a student from one of the six Susquehanna County high schools who writes a winning essay explaining his or her pro-life stance and values and how those values have had an impact upon the student's life.

Thomas Conaty Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of Mr. Conaty to provide a college or post-secondary degree program scholarship to a student who has demonstrated a record of community service and writes a winning 500 word essay explaining how community service has had a positive impact on his or her life. Preference will be given to a student who will pursue a degree in business or a related field. Available to students from the Blue Ridge, Elk Lake, and Montrose Area School Districts.

Bradley David Conklin Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of Brad Conklin, a high school student killed in an automobile accident. Provides a college scholarship to a graduate from Blue Ridge High School, Montrose Area High School or Crestwood High School who excels in academics and exhibits exceptional athletic talent.

Countryside Conservancy Endowment Fund

Established by the Conservancy to support its mission of land and water protection in and around the Tunkhannock Creek Watershed.

Established in memory of Daniel Crisman, who was killed in the World Trade Towers on September 11, 2001. Provides a college scholarship for a Montrose Area High School graduate who exhibits exceptional artistic talent and will study the visual arts in a post-secondary school program.

Crossley-LaBonte Family Fund

Established by Jane Crossley LaBonte, this fund supports various Susquehanna County charities and non-profit organizations as recommended annually by Mrs. LaBonte and her family of Brackney and Montrose.

Cultivations Endowment for the Arts

Established by the curated online artisan marketplace Cultivations.com to support art education in schools throughout the United States. Cultivations donates to the endowment a portion of proceeds from the sale of the hand-crafted items created by its artisans.

Jack Daniels Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of Jack Daniels, a gifted junior high school student/athlete who passed away in a swimming accident. Provides a college scholarship for a Tunkhannock Area High School graduate with the lowest cumulative points after combining class rank, varsity individual event in Track and Field Districts placement, and Cross Country Districts placement, and who will enter college or a post-secondary school program.

William Dean Memorial Fund

Established by the family of Mr. Depew to provide a college scholarship for a diabetic student from one of the six Susquehanna County high schools.

Adam and Julie Diaz 4 Daughters Fund

Established by the Diaz family of Montrose to help support their favorite charities and non-profit organizations.

Martin T. Dillon Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the Montrose Lions Club in memory of the late Montrose attorney Martin Dillon to provide a college scholarship to a deserving student from Mr. Dillon's alma mater of Montrose Area High School. Benefits two students in good standing who will attend college or a post-secondary degree program.

Dimock Community Workers Scholarship Fund

Established by The Dimock Community Workers. For a student who has the highest GPA of any Elk Lake student who resides in Dimock Township and who will matriculate at a college, trade school, or other post-secondary degree program.

Jackie Dispenza Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of Tunkhannock alumna Jackie Dispenza who perished in a tragic automobile accident. For a student who has exhibited a passion for art and writes a winning essay describing that passion and how the student has overcome personal adversity. Recipient is recommended by the Dispenza Family in consultation with the Community Foundation.

Joseph Dohrer Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of Mr. Dohrer, a Tunkhannock resident who passed away in the 1980's. Provides a scholarship to a Tunkhannock graduate who has maintained at least a 3.0 GPA in High School, who has financial need for assistance, and will attend college or a post-secondary degree program. If a 3.0 GPA is maintained in college, the award will be granted for up to four years of post-secondary degree education. Candidates will also submit their Student Aid Report, an essay addressing future goals and plans, and be available for a personal interview.

Donley Family Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of the Donley family siblings, Harry, Josephine, Maurice, and Paul. This scholarship provides assistance to a Blue Ridge graduate who displays a need for financial assistance. If the recipient maintains a 3.0 GPA in college, this will be awarded for four years.

Edwards-Napolitano Memorial Music Scholarship Fund

Established initially in memory of Johnny Edwards, a talented musician from Susquehanna. In 2007 the name of the fund changed to also honor Johnny's good friend and band-mate, John Napolitano, who has also passed away. This fund provides a college scholarship for a Susquehanna Community High School graduate who exhibits exceptional musical talent in vocal or instrumental performance.

Elk Lake Class of 1958 Fund

Established by the Class of '58, the first graduating class of the consolidated school district, to assist with special unfunded projects in the Elk Lake School District.

Elk Lake Visual & Performing Arts Fund

Established anonymously by a family whose children attend Elk Lake School District to support the Art, Music, and Theater departments.

Elkdale Cemetery Association Endowment Fund

Established by the Elkdale Cemetery Association to assist with the expenses of maintaining the Elkdale Cemetery.

Established by the Ely's daughter, Judy Kelly of Montrose, this fund will support local charities as recommended annually by the Larry and Judy Kelly family of Montrose.

Harold & Frances Ely Family Fund

Established in honor of Mr. & Mrs. Ely by their children and grandchildren, this fund will provide assistance to the Endless Mountains Health System and to the Susquehanna County Library.

Russell Ely Memorial Endowment

Established by the family of landscaper and stone mason Rusty Ely to provide support to the Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center for its general purposes to continue to provide for the education and opportunities of students and adults from Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties.

Endless Mountains Habitat for Humanity Scholarship Fund

Established by Robert and Diane Turrell to provide post-secondary degree education assistance to families living in Habitat for Humanity housing in Wyoming County.

Thomas D. Evans Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of the late Mr. Evans who was a coach and faculty member at the Montrose Area School District. Provides college tuition assistance to a member of the Montrose Girls' Varsity Basketball Team, or a member of the Varsity Golf Team who exhibits outstanding leadership qualities and good sportsmanship as well as an inherent desire to succeed.

Established by Mr. Fearick's family and friends in memory of his many years as a teacher and coach at Lackawanna Trail High School. Provides a scholarship for a graduate of Lackawanna Trail High School who exhibits leadership, perseverance, dedication and academic commitment, has participated in school sports programs, and who will enter college or a post-secondary degree program.

Feed a Friend Fund

Established by an anonymous donor to provide annual support for The Susquehanna County Food Pantry.

Mariano & Maria Lampazzi Fiaschi Memorial Nursing Scholarship Fund

Established by Peter Fiaschi in memory of his parents. For a student who has attended Susquehanna Community School District for at least three years and will major in a medical field. Candidates must achieve at least an 88 GPA at the end of the junior year and achieve an SAT score of 850 with a minimum of 400 in the mathematics and verbal examinations. Scholarship award is available for four years of college if the recipient remains a student in good standing enrolled in a medical program.

Fiske Educational Scholarship Endowment Fund

Established with the Harford High School Alumni Association by Leona Fiske of Binghamton who is an alumna of Harford High School and subsequently transferred by the Alumni Association to The Community Foundation to provide college or post-secondary degree tuition assistance to Mountain View School District graduates.

Friends of Salt Springs Park Fund

Established by the Leasure family, this Fund supports the programmatic needs of Friends of Salt Springs Park.

Friends of Susquehanna County Fund

Supports non-profit organizations in Susquehanna County as recommended annually by The Friends of Susquehanna County, formerly known as The Friends of Barnes-Kasson Hospital.

Julia Frystak Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of Julia Frystak, a high school student killed in an automobile accident. Provides a college scholarship to a Montrose Area High School graduate who excels in academics and participates in athletics.

The Garden Club of Montrose, Presidents Fund

Established by the McLaughlin family. Supports the civic beautification projects of The Garden Club of Montrose.

The Garden Club of Montrose, Jean Rose Memorial Education Fund

The Fund provides support for Garden Club members' education enhancement and for college scholarships for local students.

Giana Foundation Fund for the Visual and Performing Arts

Established by The Giana Foundation to assist with special unfunded projects in the Art, Music, and Drama Departments of the eight school districts in Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties.

Glenwood Stone Robert Klenk Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the Cecil Kilmer family in memory of respected long-time Mountain View School District teacher and administrator Robert Klenk. Provides college tuition assistance to a student will major in education and the teaching profession.

Ferdinand Graf Memorial Scholarship Fund

Provides a college scholarship to a Blue Ridge High School graduate who exhibits good sportsmanship in wrestling.

H.A.N.D.S. of Wyoming County Fund

Established by H.A.N.D.S. (Helping Area Needs for Diverse Early Child Care Services) to provide operational support for its work to improve the quality and availability of pre-kindergarten education in Wyoming County. H.A.N.D.S. gives training and assistance to parents, teachers, and children.

John Torrey Hawkins & Evelyn Lutz Hawkins Memorial Fund

Established by the family and friends of John "Jack" and Evelyn "Chips" Hawkins of Montrose to benefit the Endless Mountains Health Systems which had been of great assistance to them in their later years.

Erma & Beulah Hefferan Fund

Established from the estates of Montrose sisters Erma & Beulah Hefferan to provide support for the Montrose United Methodist Church.

Agnes & James W. Holbert Scholarship Fund

Established by the children of James W. Holbert, who was in the Army Medical Corps during WWII and participated in the Normandy Invasion. The scholarship provides assistance to Elk Lake High School, and Montrose Area High School graduates who excel in academics, exhibit high moral character, and who will participate in the ROTC Program in college or enter a U.S. Military Academy.

Housel Family Fund

Established by Robert and Jennifer Housel of Harford to provide support for their favorite charities.

David Hwang Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of David Hwang, a teenager killed in an automobile accident. Provides a scholarship to a Blue Ridge High School graduate of high moral character who has participated in interscholastic sports and whose academic achievements have led to enrollment at an institution of higher learning.

Jackson Cemetery Association Fund

Established by the Cemetery Association to assist with the expenses of managing the Jackson Cemetery.

Jersey Hill Cemetery Association Fund

Established by the Jersey Hill Cemetery Association to assist with the expenses of maintaining the cemetery.

John James Memorial FBLA Fund

Established by the estate of the late John James to provide assistance to the Future Business Leaders of America Clubs in all the school districts of Susquehanna County.

Kail Family Fund

Established by Mr. Keller's family in memory of this legendary Tunkhannock coach who passed away in 1967. For a student ranked in the top third of Tunkhannock's graduating class who has earned at least five varsity letters during high school.

Audrey R. & J. Melvin Kelly Memorial Scholarship

Established by the family of Mr. & Mrs. Kelly to provide college tuition assistance to students of Susquehanna County.

Frances E. Kennard Memorial Wyoming County Library Fund

Established by the Wyoming County Library Board to provide support to the various public libraries throughout Wyoming County.

Frances E. Kennard Public Library Fund

Established by the library’s Board of Directors to assist with the expenses of running the Kennard Public Library in Meshoppen.

Keystone College Endowment Fund

Established by Keystone College for alumni, friends, and benefactors to provide long-term financial support for the college.

Howard H. Kimball Jr. & John Diaz Charitable Endowment

Established by John Diaz of Kingsley, PA in memory of his long-time good friend and fishing pal Howard H. Kimball Jr. of Elmira, NY to support animal shelters and wildlife rehabilitation centers in the United States.

Kingsley Civic Club Scholarship Fund

Established by the Kingsley Civic Club to provide three annual college scholarships to Mountain View High School graduates who have maintained a 3.0 GPA in a college preparatory curriculum and who write winning 200-250 word essays regarding their greatest accomplishments in high school.

Kintner Family Fund

Established by Fred and Jeanne Kintner to benefit the United Methodist Church of Mehoopany.

Fred & Jeanne Kintner Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of Mr. & Mrs. Kintner to provide tuition assistance to a graduate of Tunkhannock Area High School or the Susquehanna County Career & Technology Center who will attend a technical or vocational secondary degree program or a two-year academic program leading to an Associate’s degree.

Established by the Mountain View School District Alumni Association in honor of Mr. Klenk, a long-time teacher and principal of the District. Provides a scholarship to a graduate who will attend college to pursue a degree in education.

In memory of John Krupinski, Montrose High School basketball star, and first Business Manager of the Montrose Area School District. Provides a college scholarship to a Montrose graduate who has maintained at least a B average during high school and will major in business, economics, or the business application of technology.

Lathrop Family Scholarship Fund

Established by Mrs. Mary Lathrop to provide a scholarship to graduates of Elk Lake School District who will enter a post-secondary degree technical program or trade school.

Law Enforcement Fund

Established by Susquehanna County District Attorney, Jason Legg, to assist with the expenses of law enforcement, particularly the Susquehanna County Task Force, and the K-9 Unit.

Supports non-profit organizations in Susquehanna County as recommended annually by the Leasure family.

Mary K. Leasure Fund

In memory of Mary Leasure, who greatly enjoyed the beauty of Salt Springs State Park. Provides grants for the maintenance of Salt Springs State Park, and especially for the upkeep of the Mary K. Leasure Memorial Bench.

J. Rodger Lewis Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of Mr. Lewis, who was a former Guidance Counselor, Principal, and Superintendent of the Montrose Area School District. This college scholarship provides assistance to a Montrose Area student who has exhibited perseverance and responsibility regarding his or her High School education.

William and Deborah Lewis Fund

Supports non-profit organizations in Susquehanna County as recommended annually by the Lewis family of Montrose.

Lifelong Learning Fund

Established by the Community Foundation to provide scholarships to eligible adult students seeking tuition assistance for job training certificate and educational programs. This fund is building value and will begin awarding scholarships once the fund reaches $10,000.

Linaberry Family Fund

Established by Robert and Christina Linaberry of Naples, Florida to provide support for their favorite charities.

James J. Luciana Memorial Fund

Established by the estate of the late Mr. Luciana of Susquehanna Depot to provide charitable assistance in the borough.

John Lyons Memorial Fund for the Montrose Cemetery Association

Established by the estate of Montrose resident John Lyons in 1936 and transferred to The Community Foundation to provide support for the maintenance of the Montrose Cemetery.

Norman Maza Scholarship Fund

Established by the Maza family to provide a scholarship for a diligent student who has exhibited integrity and good citizenship, and who has brought honor and joy to the community of teachers and learners that is Mountain View.

Established by the family and friends of Andrew Mazza to help support the Andrew Mazza Memorial Health Center in Clifford, Pennsylvania operated by NEPA Community Health Care.

Robert G. Sr. & Mary L. McNamara Memorial Scholarship

Established by the family of Mr. & Mrs. McNamara to provide college assistance to a graduating senior from Susquehanna Community High School who has maintained at least an 8.5 GPA and who will major in Nursing.

Established by Reverend Paul and Mrs. Myrtle Carlson. Provides a post-secondary scholarship for a high school graduate, who exhibits promise and who writes a winning essay about their greatest accomplishment in their life, so far.

Established by the Meshoppen High Alumni Association, in memory of John (Jack) VanGorden, to provide tuition assistance to a deserving Elk Lake High School or Susquehanna County Career & Technology Center graduating senior who resides in Meshoppen Borough, Meshoppen Township, or Auburn Township who will matriculate at college or a post-secondary degree program.

Established by the Montrose Area Chamber of Commerce to honor past member Mrs. Pauline MacNeal and to provide college tuition assistance to graduates of Elk Lake and Montrose Area School Districts who will major in a business related field and who writes a winning essay of approximately 200 words explaining life goals and expectations upon graduating from college. Scholarship is contingent upon student earning at least a 3.0 GPA during the first semester of college.

Montrose Area Kiwanis Club Community Service Fund

Established by the Montrose Area Kiwanis Club to provide support for the club’s community and education assistance projects.

Montrose Area School District Educational Scholarship Fund

Established by the School District to provide college tuition assistance for a deserving student who exhibits financial need and who will enter college or a post-secondary degree program.

Montrose Area School District Wellness Fund

Established by Michael and Charm Giangrieco to support student health and wellness initiatives in the Montrose Area School District as designated by Christopher McComb, superintendent.

Montrose Business and Professional Women's Scholarship Fund

Provides a college scholarship to a graduate of a Susquehanna County high school who will further his or her education in preparation for entering the business or health care professions, or to an adult seeking further education. This scholarship will not be available while the fund matures in value. Tax-deductible donations to the fund are always welcome.

Montrose Cemetery Association Fund

Established by the Cemetery Association to assist with the expenses of operating the Montrose Cemetery.

The Montrose Fund

Established by The Community Foundation to make annual grants to the Borough of Montrose to offset lost tax revenue because of the Foundation's non-profit tax exempt status.

Established by the Montrose Lions Club to provide support to charitable organizations throughout Susquehanna County that demonstrate the potential to benefit the greater community at large.

Montrose Lions Club Montrose Area School District Fund

Established by the Montrose Lions Club to assist with unfunded departmental, athletic, or extra-curricular activities for Grades Kindergarten through 12th in the Montrose Area School District.

Montrose Minute Men Ambulance Fund

Established by the estate of the late Homer B. Shay to benefit the Montrose Minutemen Ambulance Company. Additional tax-deductible donations to the fund are always appreciated.

Montrose Restoration Committee Fund

Established by The Montrose Restoration Committee to provide support for its mission to preserve and revitalize economic activity, heritage, and cultural enhancements in the village of Montrose.

Montrose United Methodist Church Music Fund

Established by Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Stone to assist with expenses related to the church choir and general music activities at the Montrose UMC.

Mountain View School District Alumni Association Scholarship Fund

Provides a college scholarship to a Mountain View student in good standing who will matriculate at college or a post-secondary degree program.

Mountain View School District Library Fund

Established by Mark Wilmot of Union Dale to provide support to the Libraries in the Mountain View Elementary School and High School.

Eileen and Gregory Myer Fund

Supports low income housing projects in Susquehanna County.

New Milford Pool Renovation Fund

Established by New Milford Borough to assist with the expenses of renovating the public pool in the town park.

NEPA Community Health Care Fund

Established by NEPA Community Health Care to help provide long-term assistance for ongoing annual expenses.

North Branch Land Trust Fund

Established by the Land Trust to assist with its projects to protect open land in Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties.

North Branch Land Trust Friends of Howland Preserve Fund

Established by the North Branch Land Trust to assist with the expenses of the Howland Preserve in Tunkhannock, PA.

Northern Tier Industry & Education Consortium Fund

Established by the Consortium to support joint activities between schools and business which help students develop career awareness and skills through career fairs, mentoring, job shadowing, and internships. The programs provide students in the five northern tier counties of Pennsylvania with pathways to family sustaining careers and help employers connect with talented youth to staff their business.

Rita and Haskell Oakes Memorial Fund

Established by Joe and Kathy Andre in memory of Kathy's parents, to benefit the Montrose United Methodist Church or another charitable organization recommended by the Andre family.

Oriental Grange of Mill City Fund

Established by the Oriental Grange to support projects and initiatives that will encourage an interest in agriculture among young people in Wyoming County.

Peoples Security Bank & Trust Charitable Fund

Supports business leadership development programs in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Joan O. Peters Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family, friends, and former students of Joan Peters, a long-time respected teacher in the Mountain View School District, to provide college tuition assistance to an academically inclined student who exhibits great promise.

Pope Family Fund

Established by Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Pope of Tunkhannock, PA to provide assistance to their favorite charities.

In memory of Morgan Potter, a college student who passed away unexpectedly. Provides a college scholarship to a Montrose High School graduate who exhibits school spirit, has maintained a B+ Grade Point Average, and writes a winning 200-250 word essay about "what my years at Montrose Area High School have meant to me."

Albert M. Purdy Music Scholarship Fund

Established by the Tunkhannock Area High School Band Boosters Association in honor of retired teacher Albert Purdy. Provides a college scholarship to a Tunkhannock graduate who exhibits exceptional musical talent.

Shirley Lutz Quigg Memorial Charitable Fund

Established by the family and friends of Shirley Lutz Quigg to support her favorite charities.

John Thomas Quigg Memorial Charitable Fund

Established by the family and friends of Tom Quigg, who was active in business and civic endeavors in northeastern Pennsylvania, to carry on his tradition of community, charitable, and educational support.

Rail-Trail Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania Fund

Established by the Rail-Trail Council to assist with its administrative and project expenses.

Jonathan Randall Memorial Fund

In memory of Jonathan Randall, who was killed in the World Trade Towers, September 11, 2001. Provides grants to charitable agencies as recommended annually by the Randall family of Silver Lake.

Denise Reddon Memorial Fund

Established by the family and friends of Ms. Reddon who, in addition to being the Mayor of Susquehanna Depot, was also a long-time coach and Athletic Director in the Susquehanna Community School District. The fund will provide annual support for the expenses of the school district's Athletic Department

Reid Family Charitable Fund

Established by the Reid family of Monroe Township to help support their favorite charities.

Established by the environmental organization "Return Susquehanna Country Under Ecology" to recognize Benjamin Stone's courageous and life-long efforts that both halted threatening pollution to our region and established the Susquehanna County Recycling Center. Two college scholarships are awarded each year and are available to Seniors from all of the high schools in Susquehanna County and from Honesdale, Wallenpaupack Area, and Western Wayne High Schools in Wayne County who write winning essays addressing their past environmental interests and accomplishments and describing their future plans to protect the environment.

Reppy-Keker Family Fund

Established by Mr. and Mrs. John Keker of Tunkhannock to provide assistance to their favorite charities.

Beatrice Reynolds Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the late Ira T. Reynolds in memory of his late wife to assist a Susquehanna Community School District graduate who will major in education or teacher training. Scholarship is provided in four equal installments as long as the recipient remains a student in good standing.

Ricci Family Fund

Established by Mr. Daniel Ricci of Montrose to provide assistance to his family's favorite charities.

Sylvia Rivenberg Memorial Fund for True Friends Animal Welfare Center

Established by the estate of Sylvia Rivenberg to provide support to True Friends Animal Welfare Center.

Edward L. Rose Conservancy S. Lake Road Repair and Maintenance Fund

Established by the conservancy's Board of Directors to support the expenses of maintaining the access point to the High Point Preserve and S. Lake Road on Silver Lake.

E. L. Rose Conservancy Stewardship Fund

Established by the conservancy's Board of Directors to support the expenses of maintaining stewarded properties.

Established in memory of Mr. Sanger and Mrs. MacGowan who were brother and sister who retired to the Elk Lake area. The scholarship is for an Elk Lake student who has exhibited good citizenship and has maintained a 3.0 GPA during high school.

George Schautz Memorial Charitable Fund

Established by the family of Mr. Schautz to support his favorite charities, with an emphasis on the Tunkhannock Public Library.

Scholarships for Careers

Established anonymously by a local family with ties to Elk Lake School District. The scholarship is for graduates of Elk Lake School District and/or The Susquehanna County Career & Technology Center who have financial need, exhibit promise for the future, and will attend a vocational, technical, academic, or other post-secondary degree program. The scholarship fund can also be used to assist with special unfunded projects in the School District or the Career & Technology Center.

Leopold & Jane Schreiber Culinary Arts Fund

Established by friends of Leopold and the late Jane Schreiber in honor of their years in the confectionary business. This fund supports the Culinary Program of the Susquehanna County Career & Technology Center.

Nicholas Severcool Memorial Scholarship Fund

Provides a college scholarship to a Montrose High School student who has overcome personal adversity in order to graduate and go onto a postsecondary degree program.

Shared Blessings Fund

Established by Neil Andre and Sonji Lee of Montrose to promote and enhance the power of faith, compassion, and education.

Established by the family and friends of Dr. Shelly to honor his love of music and its ability to awaken and renew the human spirit and to recognize a student who understands the life-long joy that this art allows. This fund grants a scholarship to a graduating Tunkhannock Area High School senior who has exhibited a commitment to this art, a long-term appreciation of its beauty, but does not necessarily intend on majoring in music in college. Applicants must submit a 200 word essay addressing the meaning of music in one's life and how that meaning may evolve as a person matures.

Albert Shepherd Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of Albert Shepherd to assist a graduate from Montrose Area High School who has been a student in good standing and who will enter college or a post-secondary degree program.

Andrew F. Sienko Sr. Memorial Fund

Established by the Sienko family to provide support for the Andrew F. Sienko Memorial Nature Trail at Blue Ridge School District.

Silver Lake Ladies Club Fund

Supports the Club's annual college scholarship presented to a High School graduate from Silver Lake Township, or other Club projects.

Silver Lane Cares Fund

Established by Silver Lane Advisors, a New York City investment banking boutique, to support various charitable, educational, and non-profit organizations throughout the United States.

Andrew M. Snitzer Memorial Scholarship Fund

Provides a college scholarship to a Blue Ridge High School graduate of high moral character who will attend college to train for a career in education.

Spirit of 9-11 Enduring Freedom Memorial Park Fund

Established by Debbie Crisman, mother Danny Crisman, who perished in the Twin Towers of New York City on September 11, 2001. The fund will provide for the perpetual care of the Spirit of 9-11 Enduring Freedom Memorial Park in South Montrose.

Established in memory of eight year old Matthew Stahl who perished in Hurricane Sandy in October 2012. The fund will provide support to the Youth Dairy Program of the Susquehanna County 4-H, which was one of Matthew's favorite activities.

Diane & Paul Stizza Fund for Animal Care

Established by Diane Stizza to support organizations in northeastern Pennsylvania that provide spaying and neutering services for the household pets of the deserving elderly and also low-income families and to assist the deserving elderly with health care access for their pets.

Margaret Stone Music Scholarship Fund

Established by Mrs. Stone, Houghton College class of '45, to assist a music major attending her alma mater.

Susquehanna County Christmas Basketball Tournament Scholarship Fund

Established by the school districts in Susquehanna County to provide college scholarships to students from the teams that participate in the Annual Susquehanna County Christmas Basketball Tournament every December.

Susquehanna Beekeepers Education Fund

Established by the Susquehanna Beekeepers Association to assist with their education programs for young people.

Susquehanna County 4-H Fund

Established by the Susquehanna County 4-H to assist with various program expenses.

Susquehanna County Civil War Monument Fund

Supports the restoration and maintenance of the Civil War Monument on the Montrose Green. "Civil War Monument" booklets, on sale in the Susquehanna County Historical Society and Free Library, detail the history of the monument as well as lists the names of all the soldiers from the county who have given their lives in service to the country. Proceeds from the booklet, which costs $5, will be donated to the endowment.

Susquehanna County Historical Society Fund

Established by the society's Board of Trustees to assist with the expenses of operating the Historical Society.

Susquehanna County Historical Society & Free Library Association Fund

This endowment has existed for a number of years, and in 2007 the Board of the Library and Historical Society transferred it to The Community Foundation for local management. The endowment assists with the expenses of operating the Historical Society in Montrose, and the Library branches throughout the county.

Susquehanna County Interfaith Fund

Established by Interfaith to assist with its program expenses, thus helping to ensure Interfaith’s long-term viability.

Susquehanna County Township Officials Association Scholarship Fund

Established by the Susquehanna County Township Officials Association to provide tuition assistance to a graduating High School senior from Susquehanna County who has exhibited community involvement and who will major in government affairs or political science.

Susquehanna Fire Department Scholarship Fund

Established by the Susquehanna Fire Department to assist a Susquehanna Community student who has demonstrated a strong sense of volunteerism and community service, with consideration given to students that participate in the Fire Department.

Established by the family of Mr. Taylor who was originally from Montrose and became a nationally recognized music and band instructor. The scholarship will benefit a student from Montrose or Elk Lake who has achieved a four-year Grade Point Average of at least 2.5, has actively participated in the High School music program in either voice or instrumental performance, and who will attend a post-secondary degree program to major in music.

Ralph & Dorothy Taylor Fund

Established from the estates of Mr. & Mrs. Taylor of Montrose to provide support for the Montrose United Methodist Church.

Arden W. Tewksbury Scholarship Fund

Established by the family and friends of long-time Elk Lake School Board member Arden Tewksbury to provide college tuition assistance to deserving Elk Lake students who have overcome personal adversity and who exhibit the school spirit as exemplified by Mr. Tewksbury.

Tiger Fund for Excellence

Established by the Advisory Council of the Tunkhannock Area School District Foundation to support special unfunded projects in the district. Additional tax-deductible donations from the community are always welcome to help provide a first rate education for Tunkhannock’s students.

Harry Torney Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of Mr. Torney to provide assistance to a graduate of The Susquehanna County Career & Technology Center who will go onto a post-secondary degree program to study machine shop technology, welding, or carpentry.

Jessie Osgood Tourje Memorial Fund

Established by the Tourje family of Forest City in memory of their mother and grandmother. Provides annual grants to Blue Ridge, Forest City, Mountain View, and Susquehanna Community School Districts.

True Friends Animal Welfare Center Fund

Established by True Friends Animal Welfare Center to assist with its expenses of caring for homeless pets from Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties.

Tunkhannock High School Class of ’66 Scholarship Fund

Established by Tunkhannock alumni from the class of 1966 to provide tuition assistance to a deserving student to attend college or a post-secondary degree program.

Tunkhannock Kiwanis Community Fund

Established by the Kiwanis Club of Tunkhannock to assist with the club’s community service projects in Wyoming County.

Tunkhannock Public Library Fund

Established by the Board of Directors of the Library, this endowment will provide permanent annual support to assist with the library's expenses.

Mary M. Umlauf Memorial Fund

Supports the Lanesboro Community Church.

United Way of Susquehanna County Fund

Established by the United Way of Susquehanna County to assist with their administrative expenses so that a greater portion of annual donations to the United Way can be used for community charitable support.

Frank J. Valvano Memorial Scholarship Fund

Established in memory of Frank J. Valvano, a retired Tunkhannock Area School District administrator, who passed away in a tragic motorcycle accident. Recipient eligibility is determined by completing the Valvano Scholarship Eligibility Formula available in the Guidance Office.

Kermit Van Cott Horticulture Scholarship Fund

Established by the Van Cott family in honor of their father, Kermit, a long-time nurseryman from New Milford. Provides a college scholarship to a Blue Ridge High School graduate who will study horticulture, botany, forestry, or agriculture and exhibits a need for economic assistance.

Matthew Van Fleet Memorial Automotive Scholarship Fund

Established by Matthew's parents and his sister in memory of Matt who passed away in an automobile accident. The scholarship provides assistance to a student who will study automotive technology and who writes a winning 200-250 word essay addressing the following topics: why pursue training in the automotive field, describe the ultimate vehicle, envision the future of automotive technology, explain one's favorite recreational activity. The scholarship is available to students from all the school districts in Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties.

A scholarship fund to benefit any qualifying veteran, reservist or member of the National Guard to attend Susquehanna County Career & Technology Center.

Vicki's Fund for the Prevention of Domestic Violence

In memory of Vicki Clary, killed by her estranged husband. Provides support to the Susquehanna County Women's Resource Center.

John J. and Ann Vitale Scholarship Fund

Available to alumni from the six school districts in Susquehanna County who will enter their final year of college or graduate school and who have incurred student debt.

Warriner Family Charitable Fund

Established by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Warriner of Elk Lake to provide assistance to their favorite charities.

Wellness Fund

Established to encourage an understanding of complementary and alternative health and wellness by providing support to The Self Discovery Wellness Arts Center in Montrose.

Robert & Grace Wert Charitable Fund

Supports charitable and non-profit organizations in Susquehanna County as recommended by the Wert family.

West Side Old Cemetery Association Fund

Established by the Cemetery Association to assist with the expenses of maintaining the West Side Old Cemetery in Brooklyn, PA.

Mathew James White Memorial Charitable Fund

Established by the family and friends of Mathew, who was a student at Montrose Area High School when he died in an automobile accident, to provide assistance to the Adopt a Family program of the Christmas Bureau at Susquehanna County Interfaith.

Andrew Blake Wildoner Memorial Fund

Established by the family and friends of Andrew to support charities and organizations that he was interested in, especially programs for young people in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Established by the family and friends of long-time coach Mr. Wojnar to provide a college scholarship for a graduating senior from a High School in the PIAA District 2 who competed in and finished at the varsity level in both cross country and in an individual event at track and field at the PIAA District 2 meet during his or her senior year.

Women Helping Women Fund

Aims to provide perpetual assistance to local non-profits that address issues specific to women of Endless Mountains. The fund pools donations and volunteers to create a larger impact than any one person could make individually. Participation is encouraged, but not mandatory. Some donors choose to simply make a donation, while others volunteer for one of our committees. All gifts are welcome and the level of involvement is up to the donor!

In memory of Robert Wood, who in 1955 started the Montrose Minute Men Ambulance Service. Provides a college scholarship to a Montrose High School graduate who will attend college to train for the medical professions or who will attend a post-secondary program to become a Paramedic.

June J. Wootton Fund for Hospice and Palliative Care

Supports hospice and palliative care in Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties.

Earle and June Wootton Fund

Supports non-profit organizations in Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties as recommended annually by the Wootton family of Montrose.

Wyoming County 4-H Fund

Established by the Wyoming County 4-H to assist with various program expenses.

Wyoming County Community Health Foundation Endowment

Established by the Wyoming County Community Health Foundation to help provide health services to the citizens of Wyoming County.

Wyoming County United Way Fund

Established by the Wyoming County United Way to assist with their administrative expenses so that a greater portion of annual donations to the United Way can be used for community charitable support.

Diane Yakoski Memorial Nursing Fund

Established by the family of Diane, or “Di” as her friends knew her, to honor her many years of service as a Nurse and Paramedic at Tyler Memorial Hospital. This fund will provide annual support to the Practical Nursing program at the Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center to help train future generations to follow in her footsteps.

Ruth Taylor Yeager Memorial Fund

Established by the family of Mrs. Yeager, who was a long-time special needs teacher to socially and emotionally challenged children. The endowment provides assistance for special needs individuals to attend Shepherds Camp at Camp Arrowhead in Brackney, PA.

Established by the family of Mr. Young who retired as the Blue Ridge High School Principal in 1982. The endowment provides support to the Trehab Agency to assist with workforce development for a Blue Ridge graduate who will seek immediate employment rather than entering college.

Young Musicians Fund

Established by the Music Department of the Tunkhannock Area School District. This fund helps provide assistance for 5th Grade students from low income families to rent musical instruments.

James Zick Memorial Community Service Scholarship Fund

Established by the family of Mr. Zick, a long-time School Board Member of Mountain View School District, among other civic activities, to honor his passion for education and community service. Provides assistance to a Mountain View student who has exhibited civic involvement and writes a winning 200-250 word essay addressing why he or she is pursuing a particular field of study, and explaining one's past civic activities and how one plans to stay involved with community activities in the future.